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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in El Monte, CA for 2024

 

Resting at the foot of Mount San Antonio in Southern California, El Monte features 79 assisted living communities, including 75 in nearby areas. Residents of these communities pay a median monthly fee of $5,250. This matches California's statewide estimate, but it exceeds the national rate by $750.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in El Monte

California's Department of Social Services monitors assisted living communities in El Monte to ensure they follow the state's health and safety rules. Seniors and their loved ones can contact the agency to learn about the state's regulations and report subpar care services. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in El Monte

 

  • El Monte has lower crime rates than much of California. In an average year, the city sees about 3.86 violent offenses per 1,000 residents compared to 4.99 statewide. Similarly, El Monte experiences about 18.86 property crimes per 1,000 people versus 23.43 statewide.

 

  • The cost of living in El Monte ranks 45% higher than the U.S. norm. Housing prices drive much of this discrepancy, with local homes selling for about 114% more than the national average. Moving into an assisted living community helps many seniors manage expenses thanks to fixed monthly rates.

 

  • California's tax rates rank among the nation's highest, ranging from 1% to 13.3%. However, the state exempts Social Security benefits from retirement taxes, lowering seniors' tax bills. Additionally, seniors can turn to the AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program to get filing assistance and learn about potential tax deductions.

 

  • The AARP Livability Index gives El Monte an overall score of 52, ranking it among the top half of communities nationwide. Additionally, Los Angeles County, which includes El Monte, maintains membership in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, indicating that local leaders work to create a senior-friendly environment.

 

  • As part of Los Angeles County, El Monte has a high risk of experiencing wildfires and earthquakes, according to FEMA. For seniors' safety, California requires assisted living communities to have disaster preparedness plans, including emergency transportation services and evacuation procedures.

 

  • El Monte's climate offers approximately 282 sunny days annually, well above the national average of 205. The city experiences high temperatures of around 89 degrees Fahrenheit in August, while lows dip to about 46 degrees Fahrenheit in December. Rainfall is rare, averaging just 16 inches annually compared to 38 inches nationally, and the city's humidity levels rarely become uncomfortable.

Paying for Assisted Living in El Monte

 

Assisted living residents in El Monte pay a median fee of $5,250 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors in El Monte pay less for assisted living than those in many nearby cities. Rates in Oxnard rank about $500 higher per month, while those in Santa Maria come in at $50 higher. Conversely, Bakersfield's median rate sits at $1,500 lower. On a broader scale, El Monte's price matches the typical rate throughout California, but it exceeds the national norm by $750.

El Monte

$5,250

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Oxnard

$5,750

Santa Maria

$5,300

Bakersfield

$3,750

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living in El Monte costs about $3,875 less than local nursing home care, which offers higher-level personal support and 24/7 health monitoring. It also costs less than in-home care, which offers private assistance such as bathing help for about $661 more per month. Home health care costs approximately $661 more as well, providing personal assistance and routine medical support. Adult day health care is the city's only cheaper option, at $3,598 less than assisted living. However, this service only includes daytime supervision in a communal setting and doesn't account for expenses such as food and housing.

In-Home Care

$5,911

Home Health Care

$5,911

Adult Day Health Care

$1,652

Assisted Living Facility

$5,250

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,125

Note: Data for El Monte was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in El Monte

Seniors in Los Angeles County may be eligible for the the Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP), which helps seniors pay for the cost of assisted living services but not room and board.  

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

Financial Assistance in California

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

 

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

 

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in El Monte

El Monte and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in El Monte, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in El Monte

El Monte Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in California

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